PRENATAL MASSAGE
Massage Therapy has many benefits to the pregnant mother:
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It will promote relaxation, stress and anxiety reduction.
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Reduces or alleviates neck, back and joint pain caused by posture, muscle weakness, tension and extra weight.
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Relieves muscle spasms, cramps and fibrosis, all of which can be intensified by several pregnancy risk factors.
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Reduces blood pressure which can be especially valuable to a woman with pre-eclampsia.
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Increase blood and lymph circulation which minimizes the edema, varicose veins and leg cramps common with pregnancy.
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Encourage deeper and easier breathing which is especially important for women with asthma or lung problems.